One-Pot Chicken and Potatoes
This One-Pot Chicken & Potatoes is a flavorful, hearty dish where tender, spiced chicken drumsticks and soft, golden potatoes are cooked together in a rich, aromatic marinade.
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Potatoes:
- 1 kg chicken drumsticks scored
- 2 large potatoes peeled and cubed
- Oil for cooking
For the Marinade:
- 3-4 tablespoons yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Handful of fresh coriander chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, tomato paste, ginger-garlic paste, salt, all spices, lemon juice, and chopped coriander.
- Mix well until it forms a smooth marinade.
- In a large bowl, add the chicken drumsticks and cubed potatoes.
- Pour the prepared marinade over them and mix thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
- Let it marinate for 1-2 hours for best flavor, or cook immediately if short on time.
- Heat a large, wide pan over medium heat and add oil.
- Add the marinated chicken and potatoes to the pan, reserving any leftover marinade.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir again and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes to develop color on the chicken.
- Pour the remaining marinade into the pan and mix well.
- Cover the pan and reduce heat to low, letting it cook for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are soft.
- Garnish with fresh coriander.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, chapati, or naan.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for longer (up to overnight) for deeper flavor.
- Scoring the chicken drumsticks allows the marinade to penetrate better.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan for even cooking and to prevent burning.